Department of Computer Science, Engineering and advanced Technology
Occupational Skills Awards:
- Computer Information Systems - Foundation
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) - IT Technician
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Level I
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Level II
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Drafting
- Network Technician - Basic
- Security Technician - Basic
- Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Certificates of Achievement:
- Computer Programming, Level II
- Digital Media Advanced
- Geographical Information Systems Analyst, Level II
- Information Technology Career Foundation Core, Level II
- Information Technology Essentials: Computer Programming
- Information Technology Essentials: Digital Media/Web Developer
- Information Technology Essentials: Geographic Information Systems
- Information Technology Essentials: Network Support
- Interactive Game Technology and Simulation, Level II
- Networking Technology - Cisco
- Web Development
Associate in Science Degrees:
- Computer Information Systems (Suggested Transfer Plan)
- Computer Programming (Suggested Transfer Plan)
- Electrical Engineering 2+2
- (with Texas A&M University-Kingsville)
- Geographical Information Systems (Suggested Transfer Plan)
- Industrial Engineering Emphasis (Suggested Transfer Plan)
- Mechanical Engineering (Suggested Transfer Plan)
Associate in Applied Science Degrees:
- Computer Information Systems
- Computer Programming Emphasis (Suggested Occupational Plan)
- Geographic Information Systems Emphasis (Suggested Occupational Plan)
- Network Administration and Information Security Emphasis
- Web Development Emphasis
The Department of Computer Science, Engineering and Advanced Technology (CSE/AT) offers the student a variety of options to obtain specialized training and education to meet the needs of today’s Information Technology Specialist or Computer Science major. The curriculum for each uses extensive “hands on” experience, with contemporary computer workstations, adherence to latest information technology processes, industry standard programming languages, operating systems and software applications. Students will be introduced to a variety of computer platforms, including minicomputer, personal computers, client-server, networked computers, and relevant peripheral equipment technologies.
Occupational Skills Award
The occupational skills award adds to the student’s marketability or makes the student eligible for immediate employment various fields of computer or information related technologies. These awards are also designed as a stepping stone towards earning certificates or an associate in applied science degree in GIS.
Certificates of Achievement
Certificates of Achievement allow students to acquire the knowledge and skills to function as a technician at the entry level. Certificates are offered for the following: Computer Programming, Digital Media, Geographical Information Systems Analyst, Information Technology Career Foundation Core, Interactive Game Technology and Simulation, Digital Media Essentials, Digital Media Advanced, and Networking Technology–Cisco.
Associate in Science Degree
The Associate in Science (AS) degree in Computer Programming, Computer Information Systems, or Geographical Information Systems is designed for graduates who will transfer to a four-year university to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (CS) or Computer Information Systems (CIS) or Geographical Information Systems (GIS). Computer Science focuses on the development, evaluation, and integration of software systems. Computer Information Systems and Geographical Information Systems focuses on the development and maintenance of specialized information systems. Electrical Engineering/Industrial Engineering and Mechanical Engineering are also Associate in Science degree offerings. Students should check specific requirements of the college or university to which they plan to transfer.
Associate in Applied Science Degree
The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree is designed to enable a student to acquire the knowledge and skills to succeed in a variety of information technology occupations. The AAS curriculum is based upon specific work performance indicators, technical knowledge, employability, and skill standards identified by the National Workforce Center for Emerging Technologies (NWCET). The department offers several specializations to meet the needs of industry: (1) Computer Programming (2) Computer Information Systems and (3) Network and Information Security. Some specializations have multiple options to select from. Students should consult the catalog and speak with a department advisor for details.
The AAS may be accepted into the Bachelor of Arts in Applied Science (BAAS) degree, the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS), the Bachelor of Arts in Technology (BAT) degree or Bachelor of Science in Information Technology offered by regional and area universities. Students wishing to pursue a specific AAS degree with plans to complete their bachelor’s degree at a university are strongly advised to contact a CSIT advisor and the university to which they plan to transfer.